The 21 Most Stunning Wedding Venues in NYC

Sure, you could rent a barn upstate or throw a beach party in Montauk. But you’ve got to admit there’s something so glamorous (and we’ll say it—just plain cool) about a city wedding. Ahead, the most gorgeous venues for tying the knot.

The Liberty Warehouse

It’s your day, but you will have to share the spotlight with one other gal—Lady Liberty—at this Red Hook gem. Along with sweeping waterfront views, the restored 19th-century building has two giant banquet halls that come in handy if you have a million cousins to invite.

Wave Hill

You already know it’s one of the most peaceful places in the city, so it follows that it makes a breathtaking spot to exchange vows. The regal, vine-covered Pergola, overlooking the Hudson River, is practically begging to become an altar.

The Foundry

If this Long Island City spot looks familiar, it might be because you’ve seen it on Girls. Or 30 Rock. Or Gossip Girl. But its rustic-meets-industrial vibe (exposed brick for days) makes it just as popular IRL as it is on TV.

New York Public Library

Carrie Bradshaw may not have tied the knot in the historic Beaux Arts building, but you still can. Plus, the rental fee supports a beloved city institution. (Admit it, you’ve always wanted to yell at full volume inside that marble hall.)

Housing Works Bookstore Café

Looking for something literary but a little more intimate? You’ll feel right at home dancing the night away under the gaze of floor-to-ceiling books. And as with all of Housing Works’ efforts, your money goes toward a great cause.

Brooklyn Botanic Garden

How can you not feel bridal when you’re this surrounded by flowers? If you time it on the late end of cherry-blossom season, your flower girl won’t even need to sprinkle petals. (But you may want to provide some Claritin as guest favors.)

Tribeca Rooftop

This might be your first wedding, but let’s face it: You’re already married…to the city. Cheesy, sure, but don’t you want your first love’s reassuring presence all throughout the ceremony? We thought so.

Metropolitan Building

Don’t you wish you had a wealthy aunt who just happens to have a stately mansion oozing with charm? Well, you can pretend: This spot was formerly the home base of a legendary interior designer and antiques dealer.

Wythe Hotel

The Lighthouse at Pier Sixty

OK, it’s not technically a lighthouse, but with giant windows looking out over the Hudson, it’s not too shabby. (Plus, there’s way more room to dance.)

Chelsea Piers (23rd St. at West Side Hwy.); 212-366-6144 or piersixty.com

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